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Hampshire is ready to welcome you for an unforgettable year of culture, coast and great days out. Whether you love historic cities, family‑friendly attractions or beautiful countryside, you’ll find plenty to enjoy across the county in every season.

What's on in Portsmouth, Southampton & Winchester?

2026 is packed with exciting moments. Southampton’s much‑loved City Art Gallery reopens its doors, 7th March 26, with inspiring new displays and exhibition, a must‑visit for culture‑seekers, whilst this summer at The Utilita Bowl it will host six ICC Women's T20 Cricket World Cup matches between 13–20 June 2026, making it one of the county’s biggest sporting events of the year. In Winchester, the Van Gogh Alive at Winchester Science Centre on now until 22nd March 2026, bringing the world‑famous multisensory exhibition to Hampshire for the very first time and offering visitors a new way to engage with Van Gogh’s iconic paintings in the Planetarium Dome. In Portsmouth, the city celebrates its 100th anniversary, with an host of events and a 100 things to see and do.  The highlight is the fun and colourful summer of lion sculptures dotted across streets and along the seafront  — perfect for families, art lovers and anyone looking for a fresh way to explore, 13th July - 13th September.

What's on in the Hampshire countryside?

Love is in the air at Marwell Zoo this half term, 14th - 22nd February 26, wander through the beautiful parkland to uncover adorable animal love facts, and snap unforgettable memories at the Wild at Heart photo spots. Start your journey to becoming a wine connoisseur at Quob Park Estate, Wickham, 26th March 26, with a introduction to wine tasting which includes Quob Park's expectational English Sparkling wine and six still wines from around the world. Sping is in the air at Jane Austens House, Chawton, with this years Spring Fling Festival, 1st - 4th May with guided Chawton Village walks, themed house tours, and drop‑in reading/drawing sessions. This year, Sir Harold Hillier Gardens, Romsey, celebrates the 25th anniversary of the beautiful Hydrangea Walk bringing vibrant mid‑to late‑summer colour to woodland paths lined with mature camellias, flourishing hydrangeas and elegant viburnums.

From scenic coastline and vibrant events, to cosy villages, walking trails and great places to eat, Hampshire is the ideal spot for a short break or longer escape. Start planning your 2026 adventure today — your Hampshire experience is waiting.

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Top Events in Hampshire

Grab your calendar and start planning your next visit to Hampshire, here our top picks for events happening in the county.

What's on in Hampshire this weekend?

To find out what's on in Hampshire today or this weekend, explore our featured list or use the 'what's on search box' above to narrow down your required date. Families on a budget can look out for the many free events (F) taking place, you'll also find plenty of fun activities for kids to do whether it's during the holidays or on a weekend break. 

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If you're travelling from outside the area for an event in Hampshire, there are numerous hotels and other accommodation options to suit your needs.

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Hampshire events near me

The guide below shows our calendar of events in Hampshire. Whether you're looking for What's on this weekend or further ahead, whether you're local or visiting the area for the first time, find what's happening near you by clicking the 'Map View' button. Some of the events below are on the Isle of Wight, as it's easy to hop over on the hovercraft or ferry from Portsmouth or Lymington to the island. 

What's on in Hampshire

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  1. BBC Gardeners' World Spring Fair
    1. 1 May 20263 May 2026
  2. Winchester Books Festival 2026
    Winchester is a city steeped in history and with…
    1. 17 Apr 202619 Apr 2026

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  1. Simply Porsche

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    New Forest

    We are delighted to announce the return of Simply Porsche on Sunday 31 May 2026.

    All Porsche owners are invited to drive into Beaulieu and park up within the museum parkland for a superb day out for both owners and enthusiasts.

    Held in association…

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    31 May 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00
  2. Mission Future Seas at Portsmouth Historic Dockyard

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    Childrens Events

    Portsmouth

    Discover fun future technologies and explore playful making, coding, and interactive robotics challenges.

    Mission Future Seas features three interactive play stations packed with future Royal Navy tech:

    - Design the Ship of Tomorrow – team up with…

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    20 Feb 2026Open 11:00 - 16:30
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    21 Feb 2026Open 11:00 - 16:30
  3. Sandown Children's Carnival

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    Carnival

    Sandown

    Children's Carnival in Sandown on the Isle of Wight Enjoy a fun-filled family day with Sandown Children's Carnival!  

    Carnival route To view the carnival route map, please visit the carnival website.

    Family entertainment There will be a…

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    From:
    25 July 2026
  4. Disney And Pixar Cars

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    Exhibitions

    New Forest

    Some of the world's most loved stars from the Disney and Pixar Cars franchise cruise into the National Motor Museum in Beaulieu from 25th October 2025 to 12th April 2026!

    Some very special guests are making a pit stop at the National Motor Museum…

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    25 Oct 2025to12 Apr 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00
  5. Newport Illuminated Carnival

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    Carnival

    Newport

    Newport Illuminated Carnival on the Isle of Wight Join in the carnival fun with Newport's Illuminated procession!

    Carnival route To view the carnival route map, please visit the carnival website.

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    From:
    20 Aug 2026
  6. Dürer to Goya: Old Master Prints at Winchester College

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    Exhibition

    Winchester

    This free exhibition in Winchester College's Treasury museum draws on the College’s collection of Old Master prints and has been curated by a group of pupils in their final year at Winchester. It includes prints of many different types, by artists…

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    8 Jan 2026to14 Apr 2026
  7. Mini Cooper Register National Mini Day

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    New Forest

    We are delighted to announce the return of National Mini Day on Sunday 14 June 2026.

    Join the Mini Cooper Register for National Mini Day, as one of the most eagerly anticipated events of the Mini calendar returns to Beaulieu.

    National Mini Day…

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    14 June 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00
  8. Isle of Wight Walking Festival

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    Islandwide

    Walk this way! The Isle of Wight Walking Festival, sponsored by Outdooractive, will return in Spring and Autumn 2026.

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    9 May 2026to17 May 2026
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    3 Oct 2026to11 Oct 2026
  9. Cinema Nights at Bombay Sapphire Distillery

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    London Road, Whitchurch

    Head along for a unique setting for a cinema night, at one of the upcoming Cinema Nights at Bombay Sapphire Distillery and get ready to immerse yourself in an unforgettable experience.

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    From:
    15 Mar 2026Open 17:00 - 20:00
  10. Dive Into Coding with Indi the Robot at the Royal Navy Submarine Museum

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    Childrens Events

    Gosport

    Climb aboard for an interactive robotics mission! Use coloured tiles to discover how Indi the robot moves, thinks, and navigates, just like a tiny submarine. Create your own custom "submarine skin" for Indi, then put your robot to the test by…

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    18 Feb 2026Open 11:00 - 16:00
  11. Painting party with The Paint Club at Brew Dog Southampton

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    Arts

    Southampton

    About the Event
    Everything You Need to Paint a Masterpiece

    Join The Paint Club for a relaxed and creative evening of painting! One of our friendly artists will guide you step-by-step from a blank canvas to your very own work of art.

    Each artist…

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    26 Feb 2026Open 19:00 - 21:00
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  12. National Austin Seven Rally at Beaulieu

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    New Forest

    We are delighted to announce the return of the National Austin Seven Rally on Sunday 28 June 2026.

    With Austin Sevens from across the United Kingdom and Europe gathering in the Beaulieu parkland.

    Join the Pre-War Austin Seven Club as it celebrates…

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    28 June 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00
  13. Winter Birdwatching Walks

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    Free Event

    Newtown

    Birdwatching at Newtown National Nature Reserve Join the National Trust and step into the calm beauty of Newtown with a guided walk through its saltmarshes, meadows, and winding creeks.

    Discover birds on guided walk This peaceful corner of…

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    From:
    7 Mar 2026Open 10:00 - 12:00
  14. Isle of Wight Chess Masters

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    Competition / Game

    Ryde

    Isle of Wight Chess Masters 2026 Chess takes centre stage on the Isle of Wight between the 16 - 22 February 2026 when the Wightlink Isle of Wight Chess Tournament takes place in Ryde.

    Elite chess players With over 30 chess masters taking…

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    From:
    16 Feb 2026to22 Feb 2026
  15. Robot Fleet Adventures at Portsmouth Historic Dockyard

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    Childrens Events

    Portsmouth

    Step aboard for a hands-on robotics adventure! Take control of Indi and RVR+ robots to tackle Navy-themed puzzles, design challenges, and missions in a fast-paced, coding adventure.

    Guide the clever Indi robot through the Royal Navy, decoding the…

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    From:
    19 Feb 2026Open 11:00 - 16:00
  16. Van Gogh Alive

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    Special Events

    Winchester

    Winchester Science Centre hosts UK premiere of Van Gogh Alive.

    One of the world's most celebrated immersive art experiences is coming to Hampshire. From 22 January to 22 March 2026, Van Gogh Alive will take over Winchester Science Centre, offering…

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    From:
    22 Jan 2026to22 Mar 2026
  17. Meet the Conservation team onboard Victory Live: The Big Repair

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    Heritage & History

    Portsmouth

    This event is a great opportunity to meet members of the conservation team who are working on Victory Live: The Big Repair project.

    During these informal hourly sessions, you will be able to learn more about their roles and how it benefits this…

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    17 Feb 2026Open 11:00 - 15:00
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    18 Feb 2026Open 11:00 - 15:00
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    20 Feb 2026Open 11:00 - 15:00
  18. Simply French

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    Run / Rally

    New Forest

    We are delighted to announce the return of Simply French on Sunday 28 June 2026.

    Owners of all French cars are invited to drive into Beaulieu and park up in the National Motor Museum parkland, for a superb day out for enthusiasts and owners.

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    From:
    28 June 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00
  19. Sandown Illuminated Carnival

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    Carnival

    Sandown

    Sandown Illuminated Carnival on the Isle of Wight Join in the fun and spectacle of Sandown's Illuminated Carnival!

    Carnival route To view the carnival route map, please visit the carnival website.

    Dates

    From:
    26 Aug 2026
  20. Cheese Chase Challenge onboard HMS Warrior

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    Childrens Events

    Portsmouth

    Build a maze, program your mouse, and race it to the cheese! A hands-on, screen-free adventure that turns coding into playful problem-solving with DXC.

    Step into the world of coding with the Code & Go Mouse! Children will design and build their own…

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    17 Feb 2026Open 11:00 - 16:00
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    19 Feb 2026Open 11:00 - 16:00
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    20 Feb 2026Open 11:00 - 16:00